Originally known by the less-than-subtle moniker Burn the Pr
iest\, Richmond\, VA-based Lamb of God decided to change their name shortl
y after the release of a self-titled debut in 1998. Featuring vocalist Ran
dy Blythe\, guitarists Mark Morton and Will Adler\, bassist John Campbell\
, and drummer Chris Adler\, the newly rechristened Lamb of God was launche
d in the year 2000 with their acclaimed New American Gospel album. Someti
mes\, a much-loved and highly successful band needs to shake things up a b
it to keep things fresh and interesting for their fans and for themselves\
, all the while retaining the signature sonic hallmarks that have defined
their sound.